Craig Thompson

Public Comment Period Open for WisDOT 2022 ADA Transition Plan

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) invites the public to review and offer comments on the agency’s 2022 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan.

Work on safer driving during Labor Day weekend

Gov. Evers Announces $900,000 Harbor Assistance Program Grant for the Port of Manitowoc

Gov. Evers, Minnesota Gov. Walz Seek Federal Funds for Major Duluth-Superior Bridge Project

Governor Evers announces $22.5 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for transportation projects in areas with populations above 50,000

Wisconsin Bike Fed Releases Wisconsin Bikeways Report

WisDOT calls for commitment to safe driving as deadly crashes rise in Wisconsin

Driver responsibility, awareness key to preventing tragedies

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $35 Million in Federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Local Road Improvements

First round of funding will support 40 projects across the state

Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Cabinet Take ‘Cabinet on the Road’ to Western Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers, together with members of his cabinet, hosted ‘Cabinet on the Road’ events in Osseo, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire.

Supervisor Burgelis Encourages Public Participation in Highway 175 Study

Governor Evers’ plan to invest in Wisconsin transportation approved

Study: Liquid brine clears Wisconsin highways faster

Data shows crews clearing roads fast and effectively while using less salt

Governor Evers funds local transportation with quarterly aid payment of more than $101 million

Gov. Evers Approves Funds to Improve 900 Miles of Public Roads for 2022

Twin Cities-Milwaukee-Chicago rail gets $31.8 million federal boost

Improvements double available round trips for passengers, aid freight efficiency

Drive to protect workers this construction season

Wisconsin State Patrol’s March Law of the Month highlights work zone safety

Gov. Evers congratulates West Bend for opening new business road

WisDOT construction grant helps new manufacturing facility to add 50 jobs

Gov. Evers announces nearly $15 million in grants and loans to improve freight rail

WisDOT projects increase safety and strengthen the supply chain

WisDOT Secretary Craig Thompson, State Patrol Superintendent statement on new State Patrol contract

Governor Evers funding local transportation with quarterly aid payment of more than $132 million

WisDOT stresses importance of human trafficking awareness in Wisconsin

State Patrol January Law of the Month highlights prevention efforts

Governor Evers awards nearly $4 million to local transit services

Governor Evers announces funding to improve Wisconsin Avenue bridge in Wauwatosa

Mayor says improvements will help deal with flooding, improve public safety and make Wauwatosa an even more pedestrian-friendly city

Senator Baldwin Applauds House Vote to Pass Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Bipartisan legislation creates Wisconsin jobs and rebuilds Badger State infrastructure

Governor Evers funding local transportation with $129.7 million quarterly aid payment

Wisconsin launches Buckle Up Phone Down campaign to save lives

WisDOT adds Rustic Roads to interactive maps

GIS tools make data more accessible, easier to use

WisDOT I-94 North-South project wins national acclaim

Safety is goal for on-budget, on-time interstate improvement

Transit aids to Milwaukee and Madison provide needed mobility

Gov. Tony Evers’ plan supports job seekers, community health, families

WisDOT opens public comment period for 2021 ADA Transition Plan

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Rail Project to Help Spur $10 Million Investment, 40 New Jobs in Walworth County

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign begins Wednesday in Wisconsin

42 Wisconsin State Patrol cadets become officers at graduation ceremony

WisDOT receives grant to combat impaired driving

Gov. Evers announces WisDOT grant for Milton jobs

Rail project will help chocolate factory receive ingredients

Gov. Evers Announces WisDOT Grant for Job Growth in Marinette

Every driver can make construction zones safer

Buckle up, phone down for Work Zone Safety Awareness Week

Advocates applaud opportunity for public input on I-94 East-West project, but new environmental review process still needed

WisDOT commits to additional public input and data review on controversial highway expansion project with major racial inequity and climate impacts

Gov. Evers, DOT Secretary-designee Thompson Highlight Transportation Investments in Video Message with Local Leaders

The governor and secretary-designee are joined by Wausau Mayor Katie Rosenberg, La Crosse County Highway Commissioner Ron Chamberlain, Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach

Midwest states collaborate on pandemic response, highway safety

WisDOT podcast features three Midwest transportation chiefs

Gov. Evers Awards $3.8 Million to Support Specialized Transit Needs Across Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Announces More Than Million in Harbor Assistance Program Grants

Projects strengthen Wisconsin’s economy by maximizing water resources

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Secretary-designee Thompson Announces Transportation Grant to Support Kenosha County Job Growth

New Kroger center expects to add 700 new jobs after County H reconstruction

WisDOT recognized for digital innovations

WisDOT seeks public input on the future of transportation in Wisconsin

Survey open until October 31

More than $14 million approved for transportation alternatives

Local governments receive almost $130 million in quarterly transportation aid

Look for the Alternative Fuel Corridor Signs on I-94

Wisconsin DMV adds Saturday hours in Milwaukee

Locations, hours and safety measures improve opportunity to get identification needed to vote

Wisconsin-Minnesota passenger rail project selected to receive $31.8 million federal grant

Gov. Evers, WisDOT, DOA Announce $18 Million in Public Transit Grants for Wisconsin Communities

Grants will enable Beloit, Wausau, Sheboygan, Madison, Eau Claire, Racine, Green Bay, and La Crosse to purchase a total of 34 public transit buses

Mid-America transportation agencies share diversity strategies

MAASTO board institutes Diversity and Inclusion Committee

Annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign begins Friday – runs through Labor Da

Gov. Evers Announces I-94 East-West Corridor Project to Move Forward

Project expected to create between 6,000 and 10,000 jobs in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Secretary-designee Thompson Announce More Than $160 Million in Transportation Aid for Local Governments

WisDOT Secretary-designee Thompson releases statement on federal government commitment of $40.9 million in U.S. Department of Transportation funds to Milwaukee’s East West Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Program

WisDOT offers new ways to obtain driver licenses without visiting DMV

Online driver license renewal and new road test options begin May 11

WisDOT moving forward with construction projects statewide

Governor Evers congratulates 42 new Wisconsin State Patrol officers

New troopers recently completed 26 weeks of training at State Patrol Academy

DMV Service Centers closed tomorrow (Friday, March 20)

Will reopen Monday, March 23 with limited in-person services

State Patrol assisting with transport of COVID-19 test kits/samples

Statement: $75M WISDOT grant awards a missed opportunity

Governor Evers announces $40.5 million in harbor grants

Funds cover port construction and maintenance projects

Gov. Evers Announces $29 Million Harbor Grant to Port of Marinette in Support of Future Ship Building

Gov. Evers Announces $4.9 Million Harbor Grant to Support Wisconsin Agricultural Exports

Nilsestuen honored for partnership with agribusiness industry

Asst. Deputy Secretary receives “Friend of WABA Award”

WisDOT Secretary-designee Thompson selected to chair regional transportation group

Second Round of VW Transit Capital Assistance Grants Available

Governor Evers announces more than $132 million in transportation aid payments to local governments

Local governments submit $1.47 billion in transportation grant requests

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Transportation Projects Commission meets for first time since 2014

TPC approves removing three current highway project studies

Gov. Evers Announces Transportation Projects Commission to Meet December 6

Three, new citizen members appointed to the bipartisan public-private commission

December 6 deadline for $75 million local government transportation grants

The $75 million program will pay up to 90 percent of total eligible costs for a range of transportation projects.

State Affirmative Action Council recognizes WisDOT diversity efforts

State Patrol Superintendent Burrell receives leadership award

Quality culverts mean safer highways, WisDOT engineers modernize inspection program

Today, WisDOT employees are using technology to double productivity and enhance highway safety.

WisDOT announces criteria for $75 million local government grant program

“The objective of this program is to provide local officials the flexibility and funding they need to address the transportation projects that are most needed in their communities,” Governor Tony Evers said.

WisDOT awarded federal grant for new passenger train cars

WisDOT plans to add the equipment to the Midwest Rail equipment pool

Gov. Evers Addresses Traffic-Safety Advocates at the 45th annual Governor’s Conference on Highway Safety

This year represents the 10-year anniversary of the state’s primary seat belt law.

Gov. Evers Highlights Transportation Investments During Stops in Wausau, Green Bay

"The recently approved state budget contains the highest level of transportation investments in more than a generation."

Annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign begins Friday – runs through Labor Day

Last year in Wisconsin, alcohol-related crashes resulted in 159 deaths and nearly 3,300 injuries.

Milwaukee County Parks System to be designated an “Important Bird Area” in Wisconsin

With its Important Bird Area designation, the park system joins 92 sites in Wisconsin, 2,832 sites in the U.S. and 12,000 other sites worldwide as Important Bird Areas.

Local governments now have access to $75 million in new transportation grants

The program will mirror aspects of the Local Roads Improvement Program (LRIP).

New Green Bay-Milwaukee Amtrak bus service starts today

Provides convenient connections to Chicago-Milwaukee via Amtrak Hiawatha, new video shows how

Rep. Goyke Commends Secretary Thompson & Governor Evers on Transportation Investments

Governor Evers Invests in Wisconsin’s Transportation Infrastructure & Public Transit

Governor Evers announces more than $90 million in payments to local governments

"It is time to stop kicking the can down the road," Governor Evers said.

Governor Evers welcomes 16 new Wisconsin State Patrol officers

New troopers and inspectors recently completed 26 weeks of comprehensive training

Record number ride Amtrak Hiawatha

Significant improvement coming to the busiest train corridor in the Midwest

Gov. Tony Evers Signs Executive Order #14 Related to Accessibility of DMV Facilities and DOT-Issued Voter Identification

Governor Tony Evers today signed an executive order relating to the accessibility of Department of Motor Vehicles facilities and Department of Transportation-issued voter identification.

Task Force provides feedback for upcoming transportation budget

Monday’s meeting will cover the highway program and funding alternatives.

Governor Evers Announces Transportation Stakeholder Task Force

Together, this group will discuss the state’s critical transportation issues and seek solutions to these challenges.

Governor-elect Evers Announces Additional Cabinet Appointments

"As Governor, my focus will always be the people of our state, and a key part of that is bringing together a cabinet that shares my goal of solving problems rather than picking political fights."

Wisconsin’s freight rail system key link in state’s economy

There are 10 railroads, including four major railroads, which operate more than 3,300 miles of track in the state.

Wisconsin takes advantage of natural waterways to support Wisconsin’s economy

Governor proclaims this week as Ports Week across the state

Wisconsin’s freight rail system keeps the state’s economy on track

There are 13 railroads, including four major railroads, which operate more than 3,500 miles of track in the state.

Wisconsin ports and waterways help chart the course for Wisconsin’s growing economy

Governor proclaims this week as Ports Week across the state

Wisconsin’s freight rail system keeps the state’s economy moving

Governor Scott Walker has proclaimed October 6 to 12 Wisconsin Freight Rail Week.

Public transit helps keep Wisconsin connected

Governor Scott Walker has proclaimed March 3 to 9 Wisconsin Transit Week.